Demand Planner
Core
Creating and maintaining accurate demand forecasts to support inventory, production, and supply chain planning activities.
Role type
Demand Planner
Builds
Inventory levels, production schedules, and supply chain plans for consumer skin care products
Domain
Consumer goods / FMCG / Skin care
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Statistical modeling, Historical data analysis, Business intelligence, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process leadership, Forecast accuracy analysis, Seasonality and promotion trend monitoring, Inventory level review, Risk identification and mitigation, Master data management
Preferred skills
OMP system experience, SAP APO experience, CoPilot 365 & CoPilot Studio experience, Previous planning role experience, Advanced Excel skills
Technologies
OMP, SAP APO, CoPilot 365, CoPilot Studio, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using statistical models and historical data. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to gather market insights. Lead or support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Analyse forecast accuracy and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Monitor demand trends, seasonality, promotions, and product lifecycle changes. Work with Network Inventory Planners to review inventory levels and reduce stock shortages and excess inventory. Prepare and present forecast reports, KPIs, and recommendations to stakeholders. Support new product launches, product transitions, and discontinuations through demand planning activities. Identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain and recommend mitigation plans. Maintain demand planning systems, forecasting tools, and master data accuracy.